Posted September 15, 2021
Parents/Guardians and Families of HMS,
The following information is from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). You may also click the link to the website for further information.
If you or someone you know is in an emergency, call The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or call 911 immediately.
Suicidal thoughts, much like mental health conditions, can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background. In fact, suicide is often the result of an untreated mental health condition. Suicidal thoughts, although common, should not be considered normal and often indicate more serious issues.
Every year thousands of individuals die by suicide, leaving behind their friends and family members to navigate the tragedy of loss. In many cases, friends and families affected by a suicide loss (often called “suicide loss survivors”) are left in the dark. Too often the feelings of shame and stigma prevent them from talking openly.
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month—a time to share resources and stories in an effort to shed light on this highly taboo and stigmatized topic. We use this month to reach out to those affected by suicide, raise awareness and connect individuals with suicidal ideation to treatment services. It is also important to ensure that individuals, friends and families have access to the resources they need to discuss suicide prevention. NAMI is here to help.
Informational Resources
Crisis Resources
Audrey Torrez-Fluent, MSW, LCSW
School Social Worker
Pronouns: She, Her, Hers
Hamilton Middle School
Phone 720-423-9511
Fax 720-423-9445
Audrey_Torrez-Fluent@dpsk12.org